Expert Knowledge in a Nutshell
Mobipol guides and articles on oils and greases: how to choose engine, gear or truck oil, how to calculate lubrication costs and what is changing in the industry. For drivers, workshops and industry.
Car engine oils and oil selection
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How to Choose Engine Oil
Changing engine oil is one of the fundamental activities affecting the lifespan of the vehicle. However, due to the significant construction differences between the engines available on the market, there is no universal oil – those available differ significantly in terms of viscosity classes and the composition of the oil itself.
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How much engine oil your car needs
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Engine Oils – Different Types and Purposes
Without proper engine oil, the engine will not be adequately protected, its lifespan will be shortened, and problems will arise during machine operation.
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Synthetic Engine Oils – a Range of Benefits for Your Vehicle
Synthetic engine oil is recommended by many experts. What properties make it so commonly chosen? Today, we take a closer look at synthetics and check whether they can be used in every car.
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Which Oil to Choose for a Turbocharged Car?
Using turbochargers, aside from the obvious benefits, including increased power output, higher torque, and lower fuel consumption, also comes with certain inconveniences.
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Turbocharger or Supercharger?
Turbocharger and supercharger are terms that are often confused. Both names contain the component ‘compressor,’ which makes it easy to associate them with the same device.
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Oil Service for Hybrids: What to Pay Attention to and What Are the Advantages of Dedicated Oils?
The popularity of hybrid cars in Europe is growing, resulting in them more frequently appearing in workshops for check-ups and repairs.
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The Role of Thermal Fluids and Cooling Systems in Electric Cars
Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular in the automotive industry. Although they do not need traditional engine oil, they still rely on modern lubricants and fluids.
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MythBusters in the Mobil 1™ Edition
Do you know the show “MythBusters” that has been airing for many years on the Discovery channel? In this popular science program, the hosts tackle various myths, rumors, and superstitions, which they verify using scientific methods. A similar initiative has been prepared by ExxonMobil.
Fleets and trucks
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Mobil Delvac – three new categories of engine oils now available in Poland
Ultra, Modern, and Legend are three new categories of Mobil Delvac engine oils available in the Polish sales network. Changes in the naming of Mobil Delvac products – a brand with almost a 100-year tradition – aim to better align the lubricating product with the needs of specific customer groups.
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Choosing Oil Based on TBN Number. It’s Not That Obvious.
TBN (Total Base Number) is an indicator of the content of basic chemical substances in engine oil. As engine oil additives evolved, TBN value treated as a single reference point is no longer as significant as it was a dozen years ago.
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Alternative Fuels: How Do They Affect Lubrication in Heavy-Duty Vehicle Engines?
Ambitious EU goals for reducing CO82 emissions in heavy vehicles are increasing the popularity of alternative fuels.
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A Century of Lubrication Development: How Truck Engine Oil Evolved According to Mobil Engineers
At the end of the 19th century, German engineer Rudolf Diesel patented the compression ignition engine, which forever changed the face of transportation and industry. However, the new technology brought entirely new challenges – diesel engines operated under much greater loads, at higher temperatures, and with higher pressure than previous engines.
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Comprehensive Mobil Protection for Heavy-Duty and Delivery Vehicles
From Engine to Rear Axle – Complete Drive System Protection with Mobil™ Products
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Which Oil for My Volvo Truck?
Volvo trucks, including HGV-type lorries and buses, can use high-performance synthetic Mobil Delvac™ oils.
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Which Oil for My MAN Truck?
MAN trucks, including HGV-type trucks and other commercial vehicles, can benefit from the high-efficiency synthetic oils Mobil Delvac™, which are engineered to meet MAN specifications.
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Which Oil for My Scania Truck?
Scania trucks, including HGV trucks and other utility vehicles, can use high-efficiency Mobil Delvac™ synthetic oils, which are designed to meet Scania LDF and Scania Low Ash specifications.
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Which oil for my Mercedes-Benz truck?
Mercedes-Benz trucks, including HGVs and light commercial vehicles, can use high-efficiency synthetic oils like Mobil Delvac™, which have been designed to meet Mercedes-Benz specifications.
Industry
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How to choose hydraulic oil: HLP, HVLP and ISO VG grade
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How to choose bearing grease
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Which oil for an air compressor
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What Does Gear Oil Do
Oils are an extremely crucial element for the proper functioning of any type of transmission. A good gear oil is not only about lubrication, but above all about cleaning and dissipating heat from the gears responsible for the operation of the transmission.
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Cracks in Wind Turbine Gearboxes: Engineers Found a Solution for Expensive Repairs
Mobil engineers have developed an effective solution that minimizes the risk of damage in wind turbine gearboxes through advanced lubricant formulations.
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Case Study: Application of Mobil Pegasus™ 605 Ultra 40 Gas Engine Oil Extended Oil Replacement Interval by 75%.
See how Südzucker Polska and PWiK Legnica reduced costs and extended oil change intervals by 75% thanks to Mobil Pegasus™ 605 Ultra 40.
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Energy Savings and Longer Lubrication Intervals in the Paper Industry by up to 200%
Learn how Mobil synthetic lubricants can increase the efficiency of paper machines, lower energy costs, and extend service intervals.
Car workshops
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Mobil 1 Study: Polish drivers choose workshops based on recommendations
A short repair time is more important than costs, and the choice of a workshop is clearly influenced by the opinions of family or friends – according to a study commissioned by Mobil 1 motor oil producer among 4,000 drivers from Poland, Germany, France, and Italy
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The Future of Car Workshops – New Technologies at the Forefront
The automotive world is changing dynamically, and car workshops are evolving along with it. They are increasingly adopting modern digital solutions that enhance work efficiency, precision of operations, and customer service quality. Process automation, the use of augmented reality (AR), and artificial intelligence (AI) are no longer the future – they are becoming the standard.
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How to Effectively Promote Your Workshop on Social Media?
Nowadays, clients often use social media to search for information about products and services. It is no different when it comes to car repairs, and workshops increasingly need a strong presence in so-called social media.
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More and More Vans in Independent Workshops
According to research, which some of our clients (and therefore some of you) also participated in, 59% of workshops observe a growing share of delivery vehicles among serviced vehicles.
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Polish Automotive Workshops Make Green Investments – Mobil 1 Survey Results
Mechanics rate their environmental efforts positively
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Mobil Boxx will surprise even an experienced mechanic
The oil and tire service Olgum from Kalisz is part of a nationwide network of workshops using Mobil Boxx – engine oils in a 20-liter plastic bag and cardboard packaging.
Buying, regulations and Mobipol as a distributor
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Buying Oils from Abroad? Be Aware of Obligations and Potential Penalties – Check What You Need to Know Before Choosing a Supplier
In the lubricating oil market, we increasingly encounter situations where companies and individuals decide to purchase products from abroad, mainly driven by attractive prices. Unfortunately, they are not always aware of the obligations associated with such a purchase – and failure to comply can lead to serious financial consequences.
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Recent and Upcoming Changes in the SENT System
Recently, many important pieces of information have emerged regarding changes in the operation of the SENT system, which may impact your business.
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The High Costs of Cheap Shopping
When buying, it is worth looking at the entire process comprehensively, from a much broader perspective. In many cases, calculating the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) proves to be very helpful.